Join Anu for an enlightening and refreshing episode of the Soul Unique Podcast as he has a conversation with Dana DeLong, the co-founder of Clarity Breathwork and an internationally celebrated flutist. Discover what may be a surprising truth about just how profoundly transformative breathwork can be, as Dana shares how breathwork helped her to heal from a tragic accident as well as from other life challenges. From family dynamics to romantic relationships and an impressive journey as a professional flutist with the globally acclaimed Croatian healer, Braco, Dana’s life is a fascinating and compelling journey of love, music, and the power of the breath. This experiential episode provides an opportunity to experience Dana’s heart-opening flute music and a guided breathing meditation, offering a glimpse into the world of Clarity Breathwork. Whether you're new to breathwork, looking to deepen your practice, or simply seeking guidance on your spiritual life path, this episode has something rich and moving for everyone.

🌟 Come curious, leave transformed.

00:00 The Healing Power of Breath

01:09 Meet Dana DeLong

03:42 Dana's Early Life and Spiritual Journey

04:12 Dana’s Parents, Deeply in Love, Married in a European War Camp

05:19 Dana’s Challenges as the Youngest of 4, Believing She Was Unwanted

06:30 Forging One’s Own Spiritual Path

08:46 “I Came to Believe That Men Are Not There for Me”

09:26 Discovering Breathwork Changed My Life - and My Love Life

14:30 Dana's Musical Journey from Piano to Flute

16:42 Playing Flute for Acclaimed Croatian Healer, Braco (“Braht-zo”) and in India

19:17 What’s Possible With Breathwork

19:55 At the Height of Her Flute Career, Tragedy Struck but She Never Gave Up

23:54 All Things Can Be Healed By the Power of Our Love and the Power of Our Breath

25:32 Anu's Journey from Breathwork Participant to Facilitator

27:38 Creating Safe, Sacred, Dynamic Space for Breathwork with Co-Facilitator, Ashanna Solaris

28:30 Clarity Breathwork Offerings Online and In-Person

29:37 What’s Possible When You Harness the Power of the Breath

31:35 Short Demonstration of the Breathing Process

32:37 Breathwork Saved a Woman in a Panic Attack

34:51 Weaving Breathwork, Silence, and Music Together

36:15 Breathwork Nurtures the Natural Desire to Forgive

37:21 Dana Performs For Us on Her Flute, Followed by Her Guided Breathing Meditation

46:51 Dana’s Guidance for Navigating Your Spiritual Path

49:49 Dana’s Favorite Spiritual-Transformational Books

53:26 Conclusion and Resources

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🦋 ABOUT Soul Unique (https://soulunique.com) & host Anu Peter Brandt:

The goal of Soul Unique is to assist individuals to uncover, nurture, forge, and navigate their own personal spiritual path. Having been on a quiet spiritual path since childhood, which includes his own process of ongoing self-realization, a miraculous physical healing, and countless mystical, outside-the-box experiences, Anu is a Transformational Wellness Practitioner, retreat facilitator, healer, intuitive, spiritual guide and counselor. His calling to be of service to personal and planetary awakening, healing, and transformation is his most fervid endeavor.

This show was Produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Rachel Stern as Associate Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor.

© 2025 Soul Unique / Anu Peter Brandt. All rights reserved. Content from the Soul Unique Podcast is protected under copyright law.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of Soul Unique or Anu Peter Brandt. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Sharing this content does not necessarily indicate or imply endorsement by Soul Unique or by Anu Peter Brandt.

Join Anu on the Soul Unique Podcast for a powerful conversation with Kevin Dodson — shaman, ceremonial minister, spiritual practitioner, and co-founder of an Ayahuasca church. In this episode, Kevin opens up about his journey from a dogmatic religious upbringing to a career trajectory that included an impressive beginning at West Point Military Academy followed by many years as a Silicon Valley executive, all of which ultimately gave way to the uncovering of his true calling brought about by a profound, ongoing spiritual awakening that continues to unfold through his years of dedicated work with Ayahuasca.

Together, Anu and Kevin explore:
🔹 The importance of set and setting in sacramental plant medicine ceremonies
🔹 The profound gifts, healings, and spiritual-multidimensional experiences that are possible with Ayahuasca
🔹 How to integrate Ayahuasca experiences into everyday life
🔹 The broader role of spiritual practice in today’s tumultuous and yet evolving world
🔹 What it means to walk your own unique path of self-remembering

This dialogue goes beyond the surface to explore the depths of a path dedicated to finding one’s true, inner calling. Kevin’s moving story shines light on the depths of human consciousness, healing, and transformation.

If you’re curious about Ayahuasca, plant medicine, exploring your own spiritual path, perhaps even getting your own glimpse of what life might be all about for you, this episode will inspire, challenge, and guide you. 🌌

🌟 Come curious, leave transformed.

🦋 For more INFORMATION & DETAILS on the concepts, books, methodologies and other resources mentioned in this episode, please visit SOULUNIQUE.COM (https://soulunique.com/soul-unique-podcast).

🦋 Please be sure to SIGN-UP for the SOUL UNIQUE MAILING LIST (at https://soulunique.com/contact) to be kept up-to-date on new episodes, inspiration for your unfolding path, and other good stuff!

🦋 ABOUT Soul Unique (https://soulunique.com) & host Anu Peter Brandt:
The goal of Soul Unique is to assist individuals to uncover, nurture, forge, and navigate their own personal spiritual path. Having been on a quiet spiritual path since childhood, which includes his own process of ongoing self-realization, a miraculous physical healing, and countless mystical, outside-the-box experiences, Anu is a Transformational Wellness Practitioner, retreat facilitator, healer, intuitive, spiritual guide and counselor. His calling to be of service to personal and planetary awakening, healing, and transformation is his most fervid endeavor.

This show was Produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Rachel Stern as Associate Producer, and Valerie Patterson as Editor.

© 2025 Soul Unique / Anu Peter Brandt. All rights reserved. Content from the Soul Unique Podcast is protected under copyright law.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of Soul Unique or Anu Peter Brandt. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Sharing this content does not necessarily indicate or imply endorsement by Soul Unique or by Anu Peter Brandt.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Struggles
00:49 Welcome to Soul Unique
01:21 Introducing Kevin Dodson
04:25 Kevin's Early Spiritual-Religious Influences
09:30 Discovering Ayahuasca
13:42 First Ayahuasca Experience
23:22 Spiritual Awakening and Service
31:27 Current Work and Future Perspectives
35:07 Setting Intentions and Safe Containers
35:27 Navigating Psychedelic Experiences
37:02 Understanding Energetic Connections
42:07 Dealing with Fear and Challenging Moments
48:56 Integration and Sustaining Insights
52:32 Red Flags in Spiritual Paths
55:12 Western vs. Indigenous Approaches
58:54 Favorite Spiritual Books and Practices
01:05:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Join Anu as he welcomes Naran Desgarennes, a facilitator of Awareness Intensive retreats, a master energy healer, and an expert practitioner of Clarity Breathwork, who opens up about his astonishing life journey. They take a deep dive into Naran's moving near-death experience following a tragic bus accident that turned his life upside down, his subsequent process of healing and spiritual evolution, and how this unexpected new path led him to the exploration of various healing practices like Reiki, Somatic Experiencing, and breathwork. They discuss the profound, life-altering implications of self-inquiry and true self-awareness and how to navigate your own transformational-spiritual path. Don't miss this compelling conversation that goes beyond the surface to explore the depths of human consciousness, spiritual understanding, and personal evolution.

🌟 Come curious, leave transformed.

00:00 Introduction Clips of Naran’s Near-Death Experience and Uncovering his True Self

01:11 Introduction to Soul Unique

02:18 Meet Naran

03:47 The Horrific, Life-Changing Bus Accident

07:16 The Aftermath and Recovery

16:42 Discovering Energy Healing

20:34 The Power of Awareness Intensive Retreats

29:36 The Transformative Journey of Breath Work

33:10 Discovering Breathwork: A Personal Journey

34:49 Childhood Reflections and Spirituality

40:20 Exploring Transformational Pathways

46:36 The Power of Self-Inquiry

59:08 Facilitating Awareness Intensive and Breathwork

01:07:09 Conclusion and Resources

🦋 For more INFORMATION & DETAILS on the concepts, books, methodologies and other resources mentioned in this episode, please visit SOULUNIQUE.COM (https://soulunique.com/soul-unique-podcast).

🦋 Please be sure to SIGN-UP for the SOUL UNIQUE MAILING LIST (at https://soulunique.com/contact) to be kept up-to-date on new episodes, inspiration for your unfolding path, and other good stuff!

🦋 ABOUT Soul Unique (https://soulunique.com) & host Anu Peter Brandt:

The goal of Soul Unique is to assist individuals to uncover, nurture, forge, and navigate their own personal spiritual path. Having been on a quiet spiritual path since childhood, which includes his own process of ongoing self-realization, a miraculous physical healing, and countless mystical, outside-the-box experiences, Anu is a Transformational Wellness Practitioner, retreat facilitator, healer, intuitive, spiritual guide and counselor. His calling to be of service to personal and planetary awakening, healing, and transformation is his most fervid endeavor.

This show was Produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer and Nathan Wheatley as Editor.

© 2025 Soul Unique / Anu Peter Brandt. All rights reserved. Content from the Soul Unique Podcast is protected under copyright law.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of Soul Unique or Anu Peter Brandt. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Sharing this content does not necessarily indicate or imply endorsement by Soul Unique or by Anu Peter Brandt.